I brought a 340 as I was on a budget. I had it for two months found a gold bracelet and ring which I was able to sell and that paid for my 540! Super great machine. I just put my 540 order in today. The machine found me so many clad coins, silver coins, earrings, a few rings so the 340 is definitely capable if anyone is starting out like I was. And only two months in I've already upgraded to the 540 with no money out of pocket.
@@hunterdouglas6210 I saw a Vanquish 340 open box deal. Best detector I`ve ever used. So fun being able to hit deep targets and pick out goodies amid the trash. It`s perfect for my needs.
Thanks for this in depth details explanations on how to use 540. It was difficult to find a good tutorial on the Vanquish 540 device on youtube. Yours is best one.
I have been detecting in the UK for years with many different detectors, this video was one of the best and most informative videos that I have ever seen. I didn't learn anything but it is good to see someone explaining everything in simple terms for anyone starting out. Keep up the good work and happy hunting 👍
I was about 80% decided on buying the 540 PRO and after watching your video I have decided to go for it. Thanks for the tutorial. I am new to detecting and this helped so much.
you wont regret it bro.. I got that one.. it picks up everything....Best on the market... no complicated software's and little button clicking.. Paint by numbers.. 🤠
Hello everyone. My wife just bought me the 540 for my retirement gift. I've always wanted to start the hobby but was always busy working. I have no idea where to start but this video is going to be my teacher and hopefully, I can also learn some tips from this group as well. This is an awesome video and thanks for posting.
@@01BryanKeith The nice thing about the Vanquish detectors is the ease of use. But the 540 model is the best and has some great more advanced options and depth. It would be great on a beach. Notch out the low numbers if the low iron grunt sound happens a lot. Highly mineralized soil causes this. I think they notch out number 1 & 2 to solve this. I have the 340 and can`t really use the horseshoe relic mode without paying close attention to the lower numbers to try to weed out the falsing on minerals, so I typically use coin and jewelry mode only. It`s great for American coins and valuable metals. I used to use a metal detector to help me find scrap metal when prices were very high. Made a lot of money each day taking loads of metal to sell. Copper and brass adds up fast and even iron was bringing in great prices at one time. Great way to pay the bills or get a bottle of whiskey.
Thank you! I’m a new owner of the 440 and beginning to learn it. I’ve been dabbling in the hobby for years with much less capable machines. I know it will take time to learn this machine and I’ve learned some tips to try on my next outing from your excellent video.
just got my first detector today! ( Vanquish 440) I had to watch a couple of parts a few times but this vid really helped me figure out the functions I could't on my own. Thank you mate!
Thank you so much for this. I was given the 540 for Christmas last year and have really struggled to understand it. This helps endlessly and inspires me to keep learning it. Much appreciated.
Get a pinpointer. Put it in coin mode and dig everything. Try doing this in each mode to learn it. Pinpoint buried coin sized objects with the tip of the coil. Move the coil side to side and backwards and when it stops beeping the object is right at the tip. But a handheld pinpointer is a must. The Vanquish hits hard on tiny brass and copper pieces and small gold and such.
Hi mate. Just want to say thank you for your video, I found it really helpful. I've got a 540 and spent 4 days figuring trying to figure it out. Watching your video has really helped me understand the machine better. So thanks
Cracking video - I have just bought a 540. Upgrade from a bounty hunter iv. I'm a brit, in france searching for lost french gold :) thanks for the tips this will really help me. Happy hunting in Australia!!
Very well done !!! Explains all the standard settings and how to use them. I would have to say the best and most informative video yet on the use of the all mighty Vanquish 540.
though I had some problem with sea water It also ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxa-FNYUOM93a388gi9a4brtSCEVmrHgJH land for finding any things very easily. (thought it would work as normal due to it being water proof within certain parts of the detector), on dry land and sand worked well. My first one, so still have lots to learn
Just received my minelab vanquish 540 today and my minelab wireless headphones. Your video was extremely helpful, thank you very much! Will subscribe and look for your videos in the future ..again thanks.
Best vanquish 540 video iv ever seen thankyou for the iron tips it's so helpful bought this machine for a backup to my simplex and use it more than the simplex now !!!!! thanks to your tips 👊greatest luck to you and your channel 🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑
Brilliant thanks you… I’ve just got a 440 and have never used a detector before I took it in the garden and was abit confused, after watching this I feel confident next time out I’ll have a clue what I’m doing 🤣 👌🏼👍🏼
Thanks very much for this video! I'm just getting into the hobby with a 540 was a little worried about how to get started. Now I can hardly wait! Looking for more great videos from you, I'm a subscriber. Cheers!
Great video, one of my mates has one of these and I have always considering getting one for park detecting, this gives a really good laydown thanks :)!
Have to say this video is absolutely minted with extremely amazing 🤩 tips and advice x I’ve had mine over a year and this has taught me a lot of things I should be doing to get best from machine x thanks for taking the time to share such in depth information … so very valuable ! 😊😊🙌💯💥
Great video brother! I've been using the Vanquish 540 daily for over a year now and I love it! I agree with your easement of the detector completely. The little V-8 coil is perfect for trashy area's like Parks or old cellar holes littered with heavy iron. Definitely a beastie little detector! Thanks for sharing brother!👍🤘💯
I'm strongly considering getting one as well. I've been into detecting for years, but got out the hobby 2 years ago. I became frustrated with the hobby, having problems getting permissions and finding places to dig. I've owned the Ace 350, AT-Pro, and a Tecknetics T2 +. I'm also considering the Nokta Impact.
In my experience there is no comparison between the Ace350 and the Vanquish series detectors. The Vanquish technology with multi iq frequency is amazing
Awesome mate, thanks for the tips and tricks! Great video. Just got me a 540 so keen as to find some coins to show the kids. Will probably head out today.. and tomorrow haha. Cheers 👍
Have just got 540 today. Weather is real bad so still not used yet. Have watched loads of vids. The user manual is crap. You explain everything mate. Very good vid. Subd and faves👍💥
Thank you for your video from the US anyhow I just purchased the vanquish 440 pretty much got a handle on it by watching all the videos but nobody talks about the pinpoint they all gloss over that what does the pinpoint do I?. I appreciate your expertise.
@@NZDirtPirate thank you for responding yesterday, yesterday was actually my first day with the 440 I got a readingn of a 35 and it seems to be about 12 to 15 in deep I'm about 9 in deep digging and I live in an old restored farmhouse from 19 32 do you have any words of wisdom on the number 35 I've never heard anybody talk about it? The screen was showing me first a ring and then it was showing me a sword and I'm hunting at 20 and higher so do you have any words of wisdom?.
@@shannonjoker8527 that’s a tricky one, if you track along the signal from all sides does it keep extending away or is it isolated to a small area within the coil. If it extends it could be old pipe or cable. A high content large silver coin, big bit of brass or lead will reach those numbers. Chances are if deeper than 15 inches it’s more than likely not going to be a silver coin. Hopefully that helps Cheers Greg
@@NZDirtPirate no it's pinpointed!. My first hole I dug was exactly that I was following a pipe and you can tell because it kept moving but this one is definitely pinpointed from all four angles and it's deep. Like I said I kept it above 20 so I had nothing lower than that my screen showed a ring then my screen showed a sword . But all those arrows that show you the depth are no longer solid there's only two or three arrows left instead of four so it took me 9 in to get to this point so I'm hoping there's only 6 in left I just have to get a bigger shovel LOL but let me know your thoughts I really appreciate you responding!. You ever been through Illinois, us?.
It’s a good machine, found deep coins. Nothing major yet but I’m sure I will. I use jewellery mode with iron bias on. You know you have hit something when the tone is stable and not jumping up and down numbers. Best of luck
@@NZDirtPirate Only new to detecting and find that it is easy to use, didn't cost a lot and it finds a lot of different things. I love the centering button to locate the loot 👍👌
I haven't watched your video yet. Usually read comments first since you know who doesn't like thumbs down votes. I can see you are a downright upright guy because you humbly reply to their comments. ....and the comments are decent so thanks for your efforts.
My vanquish 540 arrived today and i took it out for a couple of hours. Now i can only compare with my garret 250 and my TX Sport 960 "Brilliant inexpensive detector". What i noticed from the couple of hours with the vanquish is that it really pickes up on very small targets. So much so that i have a hard time even seeing them. Taking it out again tomorrow for another run. Great video and love from Belfast 👍
Cool review champion.. I cling wrap my unit ea time i head out..not because i detect in the rain it's just better i reckon..than the cover supplied.. Dont cheap out on the cling wrap though! 😁 Great machine still now..
@NZ Dirt Pirate Na bud I put it tight over the face then fairly lose down over the back, twist it up in a ball and tape it .. So it's still breathing up under the bottom.. Deffinatly no good in rain but I don't detect then.. Works a treat on the screen though, I can't see sh*t with the cover .. Especially good at night👌.. Cheers Brutha
I have a new Minelab Vanquish 540. Will you please explain to me about Iron Bias, I understand what adjusting the Iron Bias button up or down does? I am brand new to this hobby, I'm getting used to this machine, but found this a bit confusing.
Basically the factory setting is high iron bias which means in all metal you will find larger iron targets eg horseshoes, pressing and holding the horseshoe button until you see the little screw sets it to low iron bias. This setting will only allow smaller iron targets eg nails. Hopefully that helps, the rest is explained in the video Cheers
Am a complete noob, wish I'd seen this video before my first ever outing today. All in all I'm pretty happy with the machine. I'm now a proud owner of 2 crooked rusty nails, a rusty iron wire and a rusty bottle cap, apparently my garden doesn't have much stuff, learned from the video a fair few tricks and that I should've kept it on high iron bias, the land used to be a horse ranch 50 years ago, so maybe I would've found a horse shoe. Next time I go to improve my detection skills I'll take some coins and jewelry to see what sounds and numbers it makes and from how far. Don't think I can test such stuff indoors, I have concrete floors and I think copper or aluminum floor heating + who knows what kind of stuff the builders left in it decades ago.
This is a very helpful video. Really well done. It’s helped me get my head around the machine.If possible I’d like to pick your brain. I have a 540. If I’m in all metal I just get a response as I swing the coil. Maybe mineralization? I’ve tried a few variations with the set ups. Basically I end up having to turn the sensitivity way down to get a quiet set up. But I can tell this has left me with a machine way under capability. Yes there are pylons nearby. But as far as I’m aware I’ve been told this is a quiet machine? For me it isn’t. I’m hoping I’m dumb and don’t have it set up right. Any ideas would be appreciated. Thank you
@@NZDirtPirate hi. Sorry about the confusion. I was going to put a “constant noise” but it’s not quite that. I guess the sound is ongoing rumbling of sorts. That typical iron low tone. Like a buzz, buzz buzz. This is in all metal btw. I’ve been reading about this. One guy said that it may be relic mode that is reacting to the minerals. What I need is maximum depth for this location. As I’ve skimmed the top layer with a lesser machine. I know there’s more under it. But I need the depth. Basically I have the relic mode set as is. With the iron bias. Per your video I’m now aware that if I get a high tone on one swing, then low on the other it’s likely iron. So that will solve me keep digging up iron. It’s just that I seem to have to really crank down the sensitivity more than I should. Seems almost three quarters down. Maybe it’s just the emi? So later I’m going to try jewelry mode, as although it’s not as deep as relic. It may end up deeper if I don’t get the interference then I can get max out sensitivity. I still feel I haven’t explained it all. Must say I have been confused. I got this nee the other day had high hopes but it’s been tricky. I just feel im not running it right, as opposed to it ‘not being any good’ kind of thing. Really appreciate the quick response! as im eager to try this out later. Cheers
@@gamechanger2.09 yes please do. The difference in depth between relic and jewellery modes is not a lot. You could be correct high KV powerlines will cause a lot of EMI and also your ground maybe high in iron. Make sure you turn your detector on outside and have the coil in the air not on the ground. What targets are you trying to finds?
@@NZDirtPirate well I’ve been today. This time with what I feel is more understanding. Although whether I know the whole lot I don’t know. What did actually help the bleeping and chattering was if I notched out up to perhaps 8-9 (so +8-9) so discrimination from 8-9. I had the sensitivity much higher this time. Thing is I have been over this field/hill every which way. Found loads of stuff. The town was established mid 1800’s and the finds tell. I wasn’t sure if I was just getting down to the mid 1800’s layer, or if that’s all there was. What got me curious there would be deeper finds. Is that I found just one 1300’s silver coin. I put that down to fluke and that someone later on had acquired and dropped it. Well months later I found a broken third of a hammered coin. So that made me think there must be more. Well today was hard work. Thing is, it’s a hard learning curve there, as finds are sparse as I’ve been over this a lot. Saying that, I have pulled stuff up that shouldn’t be there in a way. So this detector is working. I just need to get some finds in and become used to it. Sometimes I get a high bleep, but it isn’t smooth and repeatable. The good finds are consistent in sound. I found only three things today. So not much. But two were very big buttons. Which makes me think much could have been missed. So what I’m really after is old silver coins. But I get the usual suspects of broken belt buckles, brass shells etc. tomorrow I’m going to a place far away from emi. So that should be a real litmus test. Basically I’m getting glimpses into this machines potential. As you know. You need confidence in its capabilities, to then just trust in it and swing for hours without a bleep if that’s how it goes. Also I tried the headphones out today. As for the sensitivity setting? How less capable do you think it becomes as you notch it down? I can imagine the first two segments or so aren’t a big deal? But how far can it go before it becomes detrimental? Thanks again for the insight.
@@NZDirtPirate hi mate, I'll check it out, I was in BCF the other day and they've got these fishing rod sleeves that look like the one you're using but I'll look on AliExpress, cheers mate 👍👍
Really helpful, thanks. Just quick question. What is the target ID for NZ 10c,20c and 50c coin? New to my 540 and confused as it jumping aroud when I test those three coins?
It really depends on the size of the target and how it lays. A small coin laying flat around 12-13 inches Aluminium can up to 2 feet in sand at the beach. Thanks for watching
Hey Greg, great video thx! You briefly mentioned hunting on black sand beaches - do you have any advice for setting if I try that? I have several West Coast black sand beaches nearby. Thanks again 😃
Thanks a lot for the vid. I have just ordered the 440. Would you suggest also purchasing a hand held detector to help pinpoint? I see a lot of vids where people use them. Just an extra cost that's all
Definitely mate, you’ll need it to narrow in on the target once you have the plug open. They cut your time finding the target by 75% Thanks for watching 👍 GL&HH
@@NZDirtPirate thank you, yes I took it out today for the first time. I have a cheap eBay one coming but will invest in a Minelab 15 or 35 if the cheap one is junk
@@NoahJJ24I wouldn’t purchase the 15 a lot of negative feedback on them, if your budget is tight go with the Quest Xpointer, Nokta Pinpointer or the Minelab 35 if you can afford it.
Do you take a spare set of batteries with you ? And swap them out when the ones in the machine run out. Or do just recharge the ones in the machine after each hunt?
The fact that the clay is red suggests iron oxide. I would use jewellery mode, low iron bias and then adjust your sensitivity to suit depending on chatter.
Awesome! Thank you so much! I got so irate and annoyed with my Vanquish 440 when I first bought it that I decided is was nothing but a worthless piece of junk. Slowly but surely I started figuring it out slowly but surely until I started finding my first decent relics! If it wasn't for guys like yourself explaining these machine in lamens terms I would have thrown my Minelab into a skip and never bothered metal detecting again. Make no mistake - there is serious skill to this hobby! And patience!
I’m guessing the batteries are fully charged? What I have found is the batteries that come with it are slightly smaller in length than a standard AA battery. I had connection issues which I solved by stretching the spring a little, hold one end and pull the other or simply spin the batteries with your thumb when in position. Cheers
Easily the best video about the 540 on UA-cam! Learned a ton from you. Thanks!
Awesome thanks for watching
I brought a 340 as I was on a budget. I had it for two months found a gold bracelet and ring which I was able to sell and that paid for my 540! Super great machine. I just put my 540 order in today. The machine found me so many clad coins, silver coins, earrings, a few rings so the 340 is definitely capable if anyone is starting out like I was. And only two months in I've already upgraded to the 540 with no money out of pocket.
That’s awesome
can i get ur 340 for lower price mate? 😀
@@hunterdouglas6210 it's a great machine I can post videos of it working and how good it preforms.
I've seen u have already 540.mybe u can bargain your 340 for lower price. 😂.. dm me bro.
@@hunterdouglas6210 I saw a Vanquish 340 open box deal. Best detector I`ve ever used. So fun being able to hit deep targets and pick out goodies amid the trash. It`s perfect for my needs.
Thanks for this in depth details explanations on how to use 540. It was difficult to find a good tutorial on the Vanquish 540 device on youtube. Yours is best one.
Thank you
I have been detecting in the UK for years with many different detectors, this video was one of the best and most informative videos that I have ever seen. I didn't learn anything but it is good to see someone explaining everything in simple terms for anyone starting out. Keep up the good work and happy hunting 👍
Cheers
I was about 80% decided on buying the 540 PRO and after watching your video I have decided to go for it. Thanks for the tutorial. I am new to detecting and this helped so much.
Awesome thanks
you wont regret it bro.. I got that one.. it picks up everything....Best on the market... no complicated software's and little button clicking.. Paint by numbers.. 🤠
Was great information but you need more saund verry weak
Hello everyone. My wife just bought me the 540 for my retirement gift. I've always wanted to start the hobby but was always busy working. I have no idea where to start but this video is going to be my teacher and hopefully, I can also learn some tips from this group as well. This is an awesome video and thanks for posting.
Thank you and be sure to subscribe and check out my other tips.
Message me if you need any help
@@NZDirtPirate I will for sure. Thank you and thanks for responding. I know now that you are an awesome human.
@@01BryanKeith The nice thing about the Vanquish detectors is the ease of use. But the 540 model is the best and has some great more advanced options and depth. It would be great on a beach. Notch out the low numbers if the low iron grunt sound happens a lot. Highly mineralized soil causes this. I think they notch out number 1 & 2 to solve this. I have the 340 and can`t really use the horseshoe relic mode without paying close attention to the lower numbers to try to weed out the falsing on minerals, so I typically use coin and jewelry mode only. It`s great for American coins and valuable metals. I used to use a metal detector to help me find scrap metal when prices were very high. Made a lot of money each day taking loads of metal to sell. Copper and brass adds up fast and even iron was bringing in great prices at one time. Great way to pay the bills or get a bottle of whiskey.
Thank you!
I’m a new owner of the 440 and beginning to learn it. I’ve been dabbling in the hobby for years with much less capable machines.
I know it will take time to learn this machine and I’ve learned some tips to try on my next outing from your excellent video.
Thank you and I hope it helps👍
By far the best Beginner Guide on UA-cam!!
Thank you
Best video on the Minelab 540 I've found so far. Thanks.
Thank you
just got my first detector today! ( Vanquish 440) I had to watch a couple of parts a few times but this vid really helped me figure out the functions I could't on my own. Thank you mate!
Good Luck out there. I just got a 440 for Christmas. Can't wait to go digging
Your welcome
That's so helpful. I've just got a 540 and it's a bit overwhelming to start with, but you have made everything much clearer. Thank you very much.
Glad it was helpful for you and thanks for subscribing🤙
Be patient with yourself bro... took me about 7 trips to get the hang of it.. you will be pleased with it...
@@Dazz3881 that's good, I took out my brand new one today. First time detecting. Only dug one target out of 5 readings but its a start
Thank you so much for this. I was given the 540 for Christmas last year and have really struggled to understand it. This helps endlessly and inspires me to keep learning it. Much appreciated.
Thanks and happy to help
Get a pinpointer. Put it in coin mode and dig everything. Try doing this in each mode to learn it. Pinpoint buried coin sized objects with the tip of the coil. Move the coil side to side and backwards and when it stops beeping the object is right at the tip. But a handheld pinpointer is a must. The Vanquish hits hard on tiny brass and copper pieces and small gold and such.
I've got a brand new 540 and this video has really shown me alot of things I know will save me from wasting alot of time. Thanks.
I'm a new owner of a 540, just starting out. I've watched a lot of your content and have really enjoyed watching. The tips are amazing. Thankyou.
Glad you found the tips helpful
Just got my first detector for Christmas. Vanquish 440. This was very helpful.
Hi mate. Just want to say thank you for your video, I found it really helpful. I've got a 540 and spent 4 days figuring trying to figure it out. Watching your video has really helped me understand the machine better. So thanks
Cheers no problem
The best demo yet. Thank you.
Cheers mate, thanks for watching 👍
Just bought a 340 and this video was perfect, definitely explains a lot. Thank you.
Thanks for watching and glad to be able to help
I just bought a vanquish 540! Thanks for explaining this so well!
Cracking video - I have just bought a 540. Upgrade from a bounty hunter iv. I'm a brit, in france searching for lost french gold :) thanks for the tips this will really help me. Happy hunting in Australia!!
Your very welcome, I’m in New Zealand but would love to pop over to Western Australia to do some gold detecting.
Thanks so much, after watching your videos I unboxed set up detector and went on a hunt, found a silver half crown, so stoked
That’s awesome congrats, and thank you for your support
I've had my 540 2 years now and was lazy about pinpointing my target and 9/10 I missed it. Thank you for this video. Happy hunting from the UK 🇬🇧
Cheers HH&GL
Very well done !!! Explains all the standard settings and how to use them. I would have to say the best and most informative video yet on the use of the all mighty Vanquish 540.
Glad it was helpful
Really helpful video Ive just got a 540 and this makes it a lot easier to understand and the tips are very useful,cheers.
Glad it helped and thanks for watching
the best video for teaching you how to use this versatile machine! Thanks!
Your welcome
Got the 540 for my son, great video of how to use it! Thanks again!
Your very welcome, merry Christmas
Cheers mate, really good demo / guide.
Thanks mate
Excellent job on the video. Thank you!
Cheers
though I had some problem with sea water It also ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxa-FNYUOM93a388gi9a4brtSCEVmrHgJH land for finding any things very easily. (thought it would work as normal due to it being water proof within certain parts of the detector), on dry land and sand worked well. My first one, so still have lots to learn
very helpful for a fresh beginner! Got a 440 and am about to head out with it for my first time!
Awesome, Goodluck
Thanks for sharing your knowledge of these machines mate. Cheers from across the pond
Cheers mate, happy to help
I recently bought a V540 pro.... soooo happy with it, so this beginners video is great for me..... thanks
Sweet, I hope it helps you out
Just got a 540. Excellent tips all the way 'round. 👌 Thanks from a beginner!
Your welcome and thank you 👍
Just received my minelab vanquish 540 today and my minelab wireless headphones. Your video was extremely helpful, thank you very much! Will subscribe and look for your videos in the future ..again thanks.
Cheers and thanks for your support
Thanks for taking the time to put this great helpful video together Greg, a lot I didn’t know .
No worries mate, hopefully everyone can get something out of it👍
Thanks buddy I have the 340 and have just bought the 540 so now I have the 3 coils, cheers for your knowledge 👌👌
Just picked up a 540, great video, been a huge help in setting up and operating the machine. Earned a subscriber today.
Thanks for your support 🤙
Great video have a 440 which I just got and after watching your video now I know what to do thanks again great work
Glad to be able to help
Best vanquish 540 video iv ever seen thankyou for the iron tips it's so helpful bought this machine for a backup to my simplex and use it more than the simplex now !!!!! thanks to your tips 👊greatest luck to you and your channel 🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑
Cheers mate
thanks so much for the tips. going swinging this afternoon here in washington state USA. Cheers mate !!
This is a good informative and instructional video. It has explained a lot of grey areas to me. Thanks for posting.
Just brought the 440. Your video was definitely the best one I've watched on how to use the Vanquish. Cheers 🍻
Cheers mate
Brilliant thanks you… I’ve just got a 440 and have never used a detector before I took it in the garden and was abit confused, after watching this I feel confident next time out I’ll have a clue what I’m doing 🤣 👌🏼👍🏼
Thanks very much for this video! I'm just getting into the hobby with a 540 was a little worried about how to get started. Now I can hardly wait! Looking for more great videos from you, I'm a subscriber. Cheers!
Thanks and I’m glad you found it helpful
Thanks mate, this is excellent 👍🏻 Exactly the tutorial I've been looking for. Much appreciated bro. Cheers
Cheers mate glad to help
Great video, one of my mates has one of these and I have always considering getting one for park detecting, this gives a really good laydown thanks :)!
Cheers bro
Awesome 👍 10” is my favorite coil
Cheers mate
Have to say this video is absolutely minted with extremely amazing 🤩 tips and advice x I’ve had mine over a year and this has taught me a lot of things I should be doing to get best from machine x thanks for taking the time to share such in depth information … so very valuable ! 😊😊🙌💯💥
Thanks a lot for your kind words
Thanks for the tutorial I just ordered one as I am going to start as a hobby, and this gave some great tips.
Cheers
Very well done! What is that thing sticking out of the shaft and the green wire all about?
Led lenser torch, the green stuff is a braid to protect the coil cable
Great video brother! I've been using the Vanquish 540 daily for over a year now and I love it! I agree with your easement of the detector completely. The little V-8 coil is perfect for trashy area's like Parks or old cellar holes littered with heavy iron. Definitely a beastie little detector!
Thanks for sharing brother!👍🤘💯
I'm strongly considering getting one as well. I've been into detecting for years, but got out the hobby 2 years ago. I became frustrated with the hobby, having problems getting permissions and finding places to dig. I've owned the Ace 350, AT-Pro, and a Tecknetics T2 +. I'm also considering the Nokta Impact.
Cheers mate
Dawgs241 are u finding this machine better than ace 350 and t2 please
In my experience there is no comparison between the Ace350 and the Vanquish series detectors.
The Vanquish technology with multi iq frequency is amazing
Just bought a 440 can't wait too use it :)
I’m sure you’ll be happy with it, good luck happy hunting 🤙
Awesome mate, thanks for the tips and tricks! Great video. Just got me a 540 so keen as to find some coins to show the kids. Will probably head out today.. and tomorrow haha. Cheers 👍
Cheers and good luck
Have just got 540 today. Weather is real bad so still not used yet. Have watched loads of vids. The user manual is crap. You explain everything mate. Very good vid. Subd and faves👍💥
Cheers
Thanks for the pinpointing help. I’ve been shopping vs Garrett Apex. This video makes me lean toward the 540
They are very capable detectors 👍
One question, where do you purchase the coil cord protector, cheers mate, once again thankyou for sharing your valuable information
I purchased mine from Ali Express
Thank you for your video from the US anyhow I just purchased the vanquish 440 pretty much got a handle on it by watching all the videos but nobody talks about the pinpoint they all gloss over that what does the pinpoint do I?. I appreciate your expertise.
Let me know if I can help with anything else 👍
@@NZDirtPirate thank you for responding yesterday, yesterday was actually my first day with the 440 I got a readingn of a 35 and it seems to be about 12 to 15 in deep I'm about 9 in deep digging and I live in an old restored farmhouse from 19 32 do you have any words of wisdom on the number 35 I've never heard anybody talk about it? The screen was showing me first a ring and then it was showing me a sword and I'm hunting at 20 and higher so do you have any words of wisdom?.
@@shannonjoker8527 that’s a tricky one, if you track along the signal from all sides does it keep extending away or is it isolated to a small area within the coil.
If it extends it could be old pipe or cable.
A high content large silver coin, big bit of brass or lead will reach those numbers.
Chances are if deeper than 15 inches it’s more than likely not going to be a silver coin.
Hopefully that helps
Cheers Greg
@@NZDirtPirate no it's pinpointed!. My first hole I dug was exactly that I was following a pipe and you can tell because it kept moving but this one is definitely pinpointed from all four angles and it's deep. Like I said I kept it above 20 so I had nothing lower than that my screen showed a ring then my screen showed a sword . But all those arrows that show you the depth are no longer solid there's only two or three arrows left instead of four so it took me 9 in to get to this point so I'm hoping there's only 6 in left I just have to get a bigger shovel LOL but let me know your thoughts I really appreciate you responding!. You ever been through Illinois, us?.
@@shannonjoker8527 nah mate I’ve never been to the USA.
Be sure to check your dirt your digging out and check the sides of the hole
Good luck
It’s a good machine, found deep coins. Nothing major yet but I’m sure I will. I use jewellery mode with iron bias on. You know you have hit something when the tone is stable and not jumping up and down numbers. Best of luck
They certainly are cheers
@@NZDirtPirate great tips in the video they will help thanks
Hi from Fiji, great video. I have the Vanquish 440. Natalie 👍👌
Hi thanks for watching 👍, the Vanquish are great little machines.
@@NZDirtPirate Only new to detecting and find that it is easy to use, didn't cost a lot and it finds a lot of different things. I love the centering button to locate the loot 👍👌
@@EtonbeachTreasures the Pinpoint is brilliant and extremely accurate as long as it’s done properly.
I haven't watched your video yet. Usually read comments first since you know who doesn't like thumbs down votes. I can see you are a downright upright guy because you humbly reply to their comments. ....and the comments are decent so thanks for your efforts.
Cheers
Great video, learnt a bunch. Thank you and look forward to more
Thanks for your support and I’m happy to be able to help 👍
Great review, buddy!!!!
Thanks mate
Great video mate very informative thankyou
Cheers mate
My vanquish 540 arrived today and i took it out for a couple of hours.
Now i can only compare with my garret 250 and my TX Sport 960 "Brilliant inexpensive detector".
What i noticed from the couple of hours with the vanquish is that it really pickes up on very small targets. So much so that i have a hard time even seeing them.
Taking it out again tomorrow for another run. Great video and love from Belfast 👍
Thank you, yes they are very capable machines and pick up tiny targets
Cheers mate, noob here! just bought my 1st machine,540 pro, so sucking up all info I can find :)
Stay safe
p.s. my arm hurts like a ......! haha!
Cheers mate and good luck
Very helpful video, Thank you!
Cheers
Greg very helpful thanks mate.
Cheers mate, hopefully it helps a few people
Thank You !!! Your videos are great and very helpful...... Very Much Appreciated 👍🤜🤛
Glad to help, thanks for watching
Cool review champion..
I cling wrap my unit ea time i head out..not because i detect in the rain it's just better i reckon..than the cover supplied..
Dont cheap out on the cling wrap though! 😁
Great machine still now..
Cheers mate, and yeah good advice.
Question does the control box heat up?
@NZ Dirt Pirate Na bud I put it tight over the face then fairly lose down over the back, twist it up in a ball and tape it ..
So it's still breathing up under the bottom..
Deffinatly no good in rain but I don't detect then..
Works a treat on the screen though, I can't see sh*t with the cover ..
Especially good at night👌..
Cheers Brutha
Fantastic video.Learnt loads with pinpoint and coins near objects,cheers 👌 😀 👏
I’m glad you were able to get some help out of it🤙
I have a new Minelab Vanquish 540. Will you please explain to me about Iron Bias, I understand what adjusting the Iron Bias button up or down does? I am brand new to this hobby, I'm getting used to this machine, but found this a bit confusing.
Basically the factory setting is high iron bias which means in all metal you will find larger iron targets eg horseshoes, pressing and holding the horseshoe button until you see the little screw sets it to low iron bias.
This setting will only allow smaller iron targets eg nails.
Hopefully that helps, the rest is explained in the video
Cheers
Great video.
Very informative too.
Thanks for posting 👍👍
Cheers bro
I just bought the vanquish 340. Im hoping to find some property markers
Am a complete noob, wish I'd seen this video before my first ever outing today.
All in all I'm pretty happy with the machine. I'm now a proud owner of 2 crooked rusty nails, a rusty iron wire and a rusty bottle cap, apparently my garden doesn't have much stuff, learned from the video a fair few tricks and that I should've kept it on high iron bias, the land used to be a horse ranch 50 years ago, so maybe I would've found a horse shoe.
Next time I go to improve my detection skills I'll take some coins and jewelry to see what sounds and numbers it makes and from how far. Don't think I can test such stuff indoors, I have concrete floors and I think copper or aluminum floor heating + who knows what kind of stuff the builders left in it decades ago.
Thanks for watching, sing out if you need help
Great video... thanks, my son's own DETECTOR WAREHOUSE
Thanks mate, maybe you could ask your Son’s if they are keen to do a sponsorship deal.
Cheers Greg
This is a very helpful video. Really well done. It’s helped me get my head around the machine.If possible I’d like to pick your brain. I have a 540. If I’m in all metal I just get a response as I swing the coil. Maybe mineralization? I’ve tried a few variations with the set ups. Basically I end up having to turn the sensitivity way down to get a quiet set up. But I can tell this has left me with a machine way under capability. Yes there are pylons nearby. But as far as I’m aware I’ve been told this is a quiet machine? For me it isn’t. I’m hoping I’m dumb and don’t have it set up right. Any ideas would be appreciated. Thank you
Your question is confusing “ I just get response as I swing the coil”??
Message or email me so we can talk more👍
@@NZDirtPirate hi. Sorry about the confusion. I was going to put a “constant noise” but it’s not quite that. I guess the sound is ongoing rumbling of sorts. That typical iron low tone. Like a buzz, buzz buzz. This is in all metal btw.
I’ve been reading about this. One guy said that it may be relic mode that is reacting to the minerals. What I need is maximum depth for this location. As I’ve skimmed the top layer with a lesser machine. I know there’s more under it. But I need the depth.
Basically I have the relic mode set as is. With the iron bias. Per your video I’m now aware that if I get a high tone on one swing, then low on the other it’s likely iron. So that will solve me keep digging up iron.
It’s just that I seem to have to really crank down the sensitivity more than I should. Seems almost three quarters down. Maybe it’s just the emi?
So later I’m going to try jewelry mode, as although it’s not as deep as relic. It may end up deeper if I don’t get the interference then I can get max out sensitivity.
I still feel I haven’t explained it all. Must say I have been confused. I got this nee the other day had high hopes but it’s been tricky. I just feel im not running it right, as opposed to it ‘not being any good’ kind of thing.
Really appreciate the quick response! as im eager to try this out later. Cheers
@@NZDirtPirate in fact later I may do a video if I’m still really stumped and will pass it on if I may
@@gamechanger2.09 yes please do.
The difference in depth between relic and jewellery modes is not a lot.
You could be correct high KV powerlines will cause a lot of EMI and also your ground maybe high in iron.
Make sure you turn your detector on outside and have the coil in the air not on the ground.
What targets are you trying to finds?
@@NZDirtPirate well I’ve been today. This time with what I feel is more understanding. Although whether I know the whole lot I don’t know. What did actually help the bleeping and chattering was if I notched out up to perhaps 8-9 (so +8-9) so discrimination from 8-9.
I had the sensitivity much higher this time. Thing is I have been over this field/hill every which way. Found loads of stuff. The town was established mid 1800’s and the finds tell. I wasn’t sure if I was just getting down to the mid 1800’s layer, or if that’s all there was. What got me curious there would be deeper finds. Is that I found just one 1300’s silver coin. I put that down to fluke and that someone later on had acquired and dropped it.
Well months later I found a broken third of a hammered coin. So that made me think there must be more. Well today was hard work. Thing is, it’s a hard learning curve there, as finds are sparse as I’ve been over this a lot. Saying that, I have pulled stuff up that shouldn’t be there in a way. So this detector is working. I just need to get some finds in and become used to it.
Sometimes I get a high bleep, but it isn’t smooth and repeatable. The good finds are consistent in sound. I found only three things today. So not much. But two were very big buttons. Which makes me think much could have been missed. So what I’m really after is old silver coins. But I get the usual suspects of broken belt buckles, brass shells etc. tomorrow I’m going to a place far away from emi. So that should be a real litmus test. Basically I’m getting glimpses into this machines potential. As you know. You need confidence in its capabilities, to then just trust in it and swing for hours without a bleep if that’s how it goes. Also I tried the headphones out today.
As for the sensitivity setting? How less capable do you think it becomes as you notch it down? I can imagine the first two segments or so aren’t a big deal? But how far can it go before it becomes detrimental?
Thanks again for the insight.
Brilliant. Thank you
Cheers mate
Great advice thanks.
Cheers
As always, choice vid bro👏👏. I'm heading off now for a look. 😆😆👌🏻👍🏾
Cheers bro, and you lucky bugger🤙
Hi mate, just wondering where you got your cable cover from ?? I've been told that they don't do snake Skinz for the Vanquish, cheers mate.
AliExpress mate, just make sure to measure the plug so you know what size to purchase.
@@NZDirtPirate hi mate, I'll check it out, I was in BCF the other day and they've got these fishing rod sleeves that look like the one you're using but I'll look on AliExpress, cheers mate 👍👍
Really helpful, thanks. Just quick question. What is the target ID for NZ 10c,20c and 50c coin? New to my 540 and confused as it jumping aroud when I test those three coins?
Cheers, if you mean modern coins yeah they are really jumpy 6 to 10 depending on conditions.
thanks. Vanquish How deep can it find? maximum deep?
It really depends on the size of the target and how it lays.
A small coin laying flat around 12-13 inches
Aluminium can up to 2 feet in sand at the beach.
Thanks for watching
@@NZDirtPirate How deep can it find a 30 cm by 30 cm copper target?
@@raminp6558 don’t know for sure but at that size and if laying flat pretty deep I’d say.
Relic mode is the deepest setting
Great video! Thanks for taking the time for putting it all together 👍🏻
No worries mate
Very helpful. Thanks.
Cheers
Hey Greg, great video thx! You briefly mentioned hunting on black sand beaches - do you have any advice for setting if I try that? I have several West Coast black sand beaches nearby. Thanks again 😃
I would use Jewellery mode & adjust sensitivity to suit chatter, if it really heavy black sand nothing may help except for a change of detector
@@NZDirtPirate Thanks - I'll give it a try and see how we go!
great information and awesome video 👍🏻
Cheers for your support
Thanks a lot for the vid. I have just ordered the 440. Would you suggest also purchasing a hand held detector to help pinpoint? I see a lot of vids where people use them. Just an extra cost that's all
Definitely mate, you’ll need it to narrow in on the target once you have the plug open.
They cut your time finding the target by 75%
Thanks for watching 👍
GL&HH
@@NZDirtPirate thanks so much for the reply. Watching reviews of the 540 I hope I have not made a mistake not buying the 540...
@@NoahJJ24 it’ll be fine
@@NZDirtPirate thank you, yes I took it out today for the first time. I have a cheap eBay one coming but will invest in a Minelab 15 or 35 if the cheap one is junk
@@NoahJJ24I wouldn’t purchase the 15 a lot of negative feedback on them, if your budget is tight go with the Quest Xpointer, Nokta Pinpointer or the Minelab 35 if you can afford it.
Do you take a spare set of batteries with you ? And swap them out when the ones in the machine run out. Or do just recharge the ones in the machine after each hunt?
I normally get 12 - 15 hrs when fully charged, so for me that’s about 3 hunts.
But yes I always carry spare batteries for the detector and Pinpointer
What setting would you suggest for red clay dirt? I am in western North Carolina in the United States.
The fact that the clay is red suggests iron oxide.
I would use jewellery mode, low iron bias and then adjust your sensitivity to suit depending on chatter.
Good hunt my friend
Cheers mate
Awesome! Thank you so much! I got so irate and annoyed with my Vanquish 440 when I first bought it that I decided is was nothing but a worthless piece of junk. Slowly but surely I started figuring it out slowly but surely until I started finding my first decent relics!
If it wasn't for guys like yourself explaining these machine in lamens terms I would have thrown my Minelab into a skip and never bothered metal detecting again.
Make no mistake - there is serious skill to this hobby! And patience!
Thank you and I happy to be able to of helped.
The rewards are scarce but when you do unearth something great it makes it all worthwhile.
@@NZDirtPirate My 3rd find was a 1923 Halfpenny in Australia! They sell for up to $500,000! I practically had a heart attack!
@@phatheffer3439 wow that’s incredible
Thanks brother! Badass
Cheers 🤙
Any ideas on why my 540 won't work with the provided re hargable batts? I have to use normal AA batteries
I’m guessing the batteries are fully charged?
What I have found is the batteries that come with it are slightly smaller in length than a standard AA battery.
I had connection issues which I solved by stretching the spring a little, hold one end and pull the other or simply spin the batteries with your thumb when in position.
Cheers
Don't forget to give that shaft a good wipe after the blow ........... :)
Hiya man I've just brought me a 540 pro myself and was wondering where ya based? I'm in chch
That’s awesome mate, they are good detectors.
I’m in Hawkesbay
Great video. Thank you 🙏
Cheers
Thanks very helpful
Glad to be able to help
Thanks Greg.
Cheers mate
Does this detector fold up to fit into backpack?
The main stem and arm cuff collapse down to roughly 75cm from 150cm.
Cheers
Duża różnica między 340 a 440? Jaki kupić na początek
The 440 is a better buy but the 540 is the best
@@NZDirtPirate czyli warto kupić 44?
Buy 540 pro pack you get xtra coil and pointer